Academic Programs Coordinator & Outreach Lead

Stateside; Adelphi (MD); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plans

Tuition Remission

Professional Development

Job summary

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is seeking an Academic Program Specialist in Adelphi, MD to support the Office of the Registrar. The role blends inquiry response, program information, and administration for recruitment, admission, and registration processes.

The position requires a bachelor's degree and at least one year in administrative staff work, with strong communication and organizational skills. Hybrid work arrangement and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• One year of administrative staff experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in word processing, databases, and spreadsheets.
• Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Receives, screens, and responds to inquiries by phone or in writing.
• Provides general information about the program and admission requirements.
• Coordinates administrative processes for recruitment, admission, registration, and orientation.
• Ensures forms and documentation are complete and records are maintained.
• Supports faculty appointments, promotions, and tenure review processes.
• Plans and coordinates lectures, conferences, and other events.
• Promotes the program at recruitment fairs and conferences.
• Assists in design and drafting of marketing and informational materials.
• Coordinates printing and publication needs with internal or external resources.
• Collects data for databases, compiles statistics, and prepares reports.
• Prepares course materials and coordinates with faculty on schedules.
• Serves as liaison on payroll, benefits, reimbursements, and other admin matters.
• Assists with travel, housing, and visa requirements.
• Supports grant, contract, and project proposals; monitors budget.
• Records financial transactions and prepares statements.

Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Record Keeping

Budget Tracking

Event Coordination

Data Entry

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is seeking an Academic Program Specialist in Adelphi, MD to support the Office of the Registrar. The role blends inquiry response, program information, and administration for recruitment, admission, and registration processes.

The position requires a bachelor's degree and at least one year in administrative staff work, with strong communication and organizational skills. Hybrid work arrangement and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.